Well, art is subjective. I like muhren's (if its the pic I think it is), and i like this one...just for different reasons. Different styles, different tastes. Mike just happens to be the only regular cbidder that has (self) promoted his art. Had this guy posted his picture with no contest going the comments would probably be different.
To the OP, now that you've joined the forum, jump into the fun...would like to see some of your other work. Don't let the naysayers stifle your creativity. Diffeerent strokes...